What mammals inhabit our fascinating marshes at Jug Bay? Find out, and perhaps see some in person, on an evening hike through the woods and along the edge of the marsh. Join Chuck Hatcher, Jug Bay’s resident otter expert for a 1-3 mile walk. Look and listen for signs of activity while Chuck shares interesting…

Join an avid Jug Bay birder to learn skills for identifying birds by sight and sound. Novice and experienced birders are welcome on this 2-3 mile walk to explore the forests and wetlands in search of the 250+ species of birds that call Jug Bay home, or migrate through. Wear comfortable walking shoes, dress for…

We are giving our regular volunteers a much deserved rest this week! Come back again next week to join us for Field Work Friday and accomplish something great for nature as you head into the weekend!

Join a Jug Bay Naturalist for a free guided tour of the wetland boardwalk to discover the wonderful and unique plants and animals found here at the Sanctuary! Tour is 45 minutes in length and is free with the $6 per vehicle entrance fee. No registration required. Meet outside the Jug Bay Visitor Center promptly…

Every other Thursday Join a periodic survey of waterbirds on freshwater, tidal, marshes at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. The ornithological knowledge and collaborative attitude of our volunteer team creates a phenomenal learning experience. All of this in the beautiful early morning light of the Jug Bay Wetlands, on the Patuxent River. Ages: 12 and older;…

Join us for a fun 5K run along our beautiful, scenic trails of the Jug Bay Glendening Nature Preserve. Registration starts at 8:30 am.The run will start promptly at 9:00 am. The trail is all off-road with some single track areas. Run times are not recorded. Hot cider and a light snack will be provided…

Join Jug Bay staff and volunteers on Wednesdays 9 am – 12 noon at the Emory Waters Nature Preserve. See Jug Bay’s newest property and learn about native perennials that support our native butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. In warm months volunteers will weed, mulch, prune, and plant to revive, maintain, and build pollinator gardens.…

Join us for our first ever Citizen Science Summit sharing a year’s worth of on-site research accomplishments achieved by our outstanding and dedicated volunteer community at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Attendees will enjoy presentations featuring over a dozen citizen science research programs and a keynote address delivered by Carrie Seltzer, PhD, Engagement Strategist at iNaturalist.…

Friday, November 17th is National Take a Hike day. In celebration, spend the morning exploring an unfamiliar trail by taking a guided hike with a Park Ranger or a Volunteer Naturalist. Enjoy the changing of the seasons and spending time in Nature. Explore the amazing views and unique wildlife with a Jug Bay Volunteer Naturalist…

Every Friday Year Round 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Kick off the weekend with the great feeling that comes with doing good and important work! Join our Field Work Fridays at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Every Friday rain or shine, volunteers join staff naturalists to tackle a stewardship project in need of support. Projects include…